Black Box Corporation
Black Box ME662A-SST Async RS-232 Extender Fiber DB9 Female ST SM 30-Km Switch Module
Converts asynchronous RS-232 signals to single-mode fiber with ST connectors for distances up to 30 km
- Extends async RS-232 signals up to 30 kilometres over single-mode fibre
- DB9 female connector provides direct DTE/DCE attachment without gender changers
- ST fibre interface ensures secure, industry-standard single-mode connection
- Switch-module form factor fits standard chassis for dense, managed deployments
- Black Box engineering delivers reliable serial-to-fibre conversion for industrial networks
Async RS-232 fiber extender
The Black Box ME662A-SST extends asynchronous RS-232 signals over single-mode fiber using ST connectors. A DB9 female interface connects directly to serial equipment. The module is designed for commercial network installations that need to bridge copper serial links across long distances.
Replaces copper serial runs
This module replaces traditional copper RS-232 cabling when the link distance exceeds reliable copper limits. The fiber link supports spans up to 30 kilometers without signal degradation. The upgrade is worth it whenever electromagnetic interference or ground-loop issues make copper unreliable.
Capacity and headroom
The extender handles standard asynchronous serial data streams across the full 30-kilometer single-mode fiber path. It runs out when the application requires synchronous signaling, multi-drop configurations, or distances beyond the rated single-mode reach.
Highlights
- Extends async RS-232 signals up to 30 kilometres over single-mode fibre
- DB9 female connector provides direct DTE/DCE attachment without gender changers
- ST fibre interface ensures secure, industry-standard single-mode connection
- Switch-module form factor fits standard chassis for dense, managed deployments
- Black Box engineering delivers reliable serial-to-fibre conversion for industrial networks
Specifications
No published specifications for this item yet.
Questions about this item
What DB9 connector gender does the ME662A-SST module require for the RS-232 side?
The module uses a DB9 female connector for the asynchronous RS-232 interface.
How is the fiber link connected on the ME662A-SST and what distance does it support?
Connect single-mode fiber to the ST ports; the link operates up to 30 km.
What fiber type and connector should be kept on hand for future maintenance of the ME662A-SST?
Keep single-mode fiber with ST connectors available for any link replacement or repair.
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